Flood waters are rising higher and more frequently in Venice because of global climate change. John Dickerson reports on how the city is trying to fight the water and why the rest of the world needs to pay attention. Source
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Firefighters see hope in battling Australia wildfires as temperatures are set to drop
Firefighters battling massive bushfires say a break in the heat will allow them to go on offense. Meanwhile, Sydney’s Opera House projected images of the firefighters on the building’s iconic sails. An investigation is also being launched into the government’s response to the fires. Jamie Yuccas reports. Source
Several Saudi service members training at U.S. military base to be expelled from the country
Following an investigation into a deadly shooting at a Florida military base that killed three American soldiers, more than a dozen Saudi service members training at U.S. military bases will be expelled from the country. They are not accused of involvement in the shooting, but some are said to be linked to extremist movements and a number are accused of possessing child pornography. Source
The legacy of River Phoenix
In an interview with 60 Minutes Overtime, the Golden Globe winner and his family say they still feel River’s presence in their lives. Source
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Kahmeni calls U.S. “corruptive presence”
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Kahmeni on Sunday called for greater cooperation in the region and blamed the U.S. for being a “corruptive presence.” Meanwhile in Washington, Defense Secretary Mike Esper appeared to contradict President Trump’s justification for killing Iran’s top general, which took both countries to the brink of war. Nikole Killion reports. Source
Rafael Nadal still really likes playing tennis
More from the 60 Minutes interview, including his feelings about eventual retirement, how he rallies when he’s down—and what the deal is with his water bottles. Source
What’s more intense for Rafael Nadal? The joy of winning or the pain of losing?
Rafael Nadal has suffered agonizing defeats and achieved euphoric victories. Jon Wertheim asks the tennis legend what’s made a bigger impact, winning or losing. Source
Titans to Face Chiefs in AFC Championship Game Next Sunday in Kansas City
Kickoff for next Sunday’s game at Arrowhead Stadium is scheduled for 2:05 CT. The winner will advance to Super Bowl LIV at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida on Sunday, February 2. Source
Politics Week in Review: Trump admin. faces scrutiny over intel that led to U.S. drone strike in Baghdad
The Trump administration is facing increased scrutiny over intelligence that led to a U.S. drone strike in Baghdad that killed a top Iranian general. Meanwhile, the House of Representatives is preparing to send the articles of impeachment against President Trump to the Senate as early as this week. CBSN political contributor and White House reporter for The Associated Press Zeke Miller joins CBSN for a recap of all the political headlines. Source
4 Iraqi servicemen hurt in rocket attack on air base
Officials say Sunday’s incident wounded an Iraqi Air Force officer and three enlisted men; no group has claimed responsibility. Source